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By Gail A. Goolkasian, Ronald W. Geddes and William DeJong

Intended for persons interested in initiating or modifying police stress programs, this report highlights police stress programs, this report highlights the strengths and weaknesses of various program structures, operations, and policies, based on an empirical study of existing programs. Information came from a review of literature on police stress, telephone interviews with representatives of 16 police stress programs, and onsite studies of eight police stress programs selected to represent a wide range of program approaches, characteristics, and services. The introduction defines stress, identifies stressors in police work and stress effects on police officers, and describes police departments' traditional handling of stress-related problems. Chapters focus on program planning, program organization and administration, program services, training and other preventive measures, and the monitoring and evaluation of police stress programs. Major findings and recommendations in each of these areas are summarized in the concluding chapter. Appendixes list the programs contacted by phone and contain the stress counseling project policy plan for the Rochester Police Department (New York). Also included are the police commissioner's memorandum on the Boston police stress program and police stress training materials. Chapter footnotes.

U.S. Department of Justice, National Institute of Justice, Office of Development, Testing, and Dissemination, 1986, 170 pages

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EDITED BY George V. Coelho, David A. Hamburg and John E. Adams

COPING AND ADAPTATION, edited by George V. Coelho, David A. Hamburg, and John E. Adams, delves into the complexities of human resilience in the face of adversity. This comprehensive book explores various coping mechanisms and adaptive strategies employed by individuals in response to a range of challenges. Drawing from a wide array of research and real-life examples, COPING AND ADAPTATION offers valuable insights into the human capacity to overcome obstacles and thrive in the midst of adversity.

Basic Books, Oct 3, 1974, 479 pages

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By ROLAND RADLOFF and ROBERT HELMREICH

GROUPS UNDER STRESS: PSYCHOLOGICAL RESEARCH in SEALAB II offers a comprehensive exploration of the psychological dynamics at play in extreme environments. Drawing from the pioneering SEALAB II underwater habitat project, this book delves into the intricate interplay of stress, group dynamics, and individual behavior. Through a meticulous analysis of real-life scenarios and empirical data, readers gain valuable insights into how groups function under pressure and the psychological mechanisms that drive human behavior in confined and high-stress settings. A must-read for researchers, psychologists, and anyone intrigued by the complexities of human interactions in challenging environments.

New York APPLETON-CENTURY-CROFTS. 1968. 277p.